Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Center

07/01/2023

Please note the office is closed from July 1st through 9th (including for allergy shots). We will be back to work on the 10th.
Happy 4th of July!

03/25/2023

This year many from our team got into Med schools and PA schools. So happy and proud of this young bunch. We wish them The Best!!

02/03/2023

We are open today at the Murphy office, have a late start @ 10:30 AM.

01/31/2023

Please note we are closed in Murphy tomorrow, Wednesday 2/1/2023 due to inclement weather conditions. As of now, we will be back in the office on Friday. Sorry for the inconvenience! Please be safe and warm!

05/11/2022

Huge Congratulations to our team member Grace Oh for getting into Creighton Medical School, starting this fall! We will miss her.

02/25/2022

We are open tomorrow as usual from 9 AM to 5 PM.

02/23/2022

Due to inclement weather conditions we are closing the office at 3 pm today. Last shot at 2:30 pm.

02/02/2022

Please note- we are closed Thursday and Friday due to inclement weather conditions. We are open today in Murphy, but might close early depending on the evening weather. Stay safe!

02/02/2022

Please note- we are closed Thursday due to inclement weather conditions. We will be open tomorrow, Wednesday in Murphy, but might close early depending on the evening weather. Keep safe!

12/23/2021

Please note we are open only from 9 am to noon tomorrow, Christmas Eve- the 24th.
We wish all of you Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas!

08/14/2021

We wish you a healthy and safe school year! Please reach out to us if we can help.

08/10/2021

Busy growing practice looking for back office medical assistant. Detail oriented, ability to multitask and adjust to new growth of our office. Please email us at [email protected] for details and to send your resume.

03/09/2021

COVID-19

http://www.murphyplanoallergy.com/covid-19.html
Please read the above for COVID-Vaccine related FAQs. Please call us for any specific question pertaining to you that's not addressed here and we are happy to help!

Considering the public health emergency situation in DFW area due to COVID-19 outbreak and the importance of social distancing the following guidelines are being implemented for doctor visits and existing allergy shot and biologic patient visits.      These were developed based on the recommenda...

03/04/2021

COVID-19

Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Center is continuing to protect all of our patients and staff by requiring everyone who enters our building to wear a mask. We are aware of recent changes from Governor Abbott's office and are committed to staying updated on best practices to keep our patients safe and healthy. Our current practice is in accordance with current public health recommendations from the Texas Medical Board, Texas DSHS, CDC, the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (ACAAI), and the American Academy Of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI).
We continue to encourage patients who are eligible to obtain vaccination against COVID-19 as soon as available. For answers to common questions about vaccinations, visit http://www.murphyplanoallergy.com/covid-19.html. If you have questions about vaccination for your personal health situation, we are happy to schedule an appointment for evaluation and recommendations.

Considering the public health emergency situation in DFW area due to COVID-19 outbreak and the importance of social distancing the following guidelines are being implemented for doctor visits and existing allergy shot and biologic patient visits.      These were developed based on the recommenda...

02/27/2021

We are open this Saturday, the 27th Feb- 9 AM to 4:30 PM at Murphy office only -for office visits including allergy shots and biologics.

02/19/2021

Today, the 19th we are offering televisits as power has been restored and continue to be available on phones. Due to dangerous icy conditions in the parking lot and on the roads, we are keeping the office closed for any in office visits, allergy shots and biologics. We will be opening fully on Monday, the 22nd.

02/17/2021

Hoping you are all safe and warm. We are still closed at both locations including today and tomorrow. Hoping to open Friday in Murhy provided we have power and internet. Please check our website for updates.

02/12/2021

www.murphyplanoallergy.com

Please note the office is closed on Monday, Feb 15th due to inclement weather. Please check our website www.murphyplanoallergy.com for updates next week before you come in for allergy shots/ biologics. Stay safe!

02/11/2021

Please note we are closing the entire day for in office visits, allergy shots and biologics, keeping in mind our staff's safety and availability. We are doing tele visits and are available on phones. Thank you for understanding!

02/11/2021

Due to inclement weather we are closed this morning till noon for any in office visits and allergy shot/ biologic visits. We will keep you posted regarding afternoon hours. We are available on phone.

02/01/2021

Texas COVID-19 Vaccine Facilities - Public

We do not carry COVID VACCINE.
Please go through this page for sign up info.
https://tdem.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=3700a84845c5470cb0dc3ddace5c376b

Web App providing the COVID-19 Vaccine Locations in Texas.

01/18/2021

COVID-19

Please check out the COVID vaccine FAQs-posted on the website.
http://www.murphyplanoallergy.com/covid-19.html

Considering the public health emergency situation in DFW area due to COVID-19 outbreak and the importance of social distancing the following guidelines are being implemented for doctor visits and existing allergy shot and biologic patient visits.      These were developed based on the recommenda...

12/31/2020

COVID-19 Vaccine Information

https://www.dshs.texas.gov/coronavirus/immunize/vaccine.aspx?fbclid=IwAR1LEXN2ZnihIHtOGI5is-Hv_HFOB4uLkmk1vA3_BllO8Bv4SmvPgROuKAM

Texas continues to receive doses of the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines, and is distributing statewide to hospitals, pharmacies, local health departments, freestanding ERs and other clinics.

11/26/2020

Happy Thanksgiving!!!
We are closed 26th, and 27th. Will be back in the office on the 30th. Have a safe and nice holiday!

10/05/2020

We are excited to announce that Dr.Alvarado is joining our clinic to serve the people in the area. Dr.Sridhara and Dr.Alvarado will be working in tandem in both Murphy and Plano.

05/14/2020

It is important if you have been diagnosed with COVID-19 or suspect you may have COVID-19 and are using a nebulizer at home, that you know the virus may persist in droplets in the air for 1-2 hours. Therefore, you should administer nebulized albuterol in a location that minimizes exposure to members of your household who aren’t infected. Choose a location for your treatment where air is not recirculated into the home – places like a porch or patio, or in a garage – areas where surfaces can be cleaned more easily or may not need cleaning.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has listed asthma as one of the chronic illnesses that may increase the chance of a severe case of COVID-19. So, what do you need to know if you or a family member suffers from asthma? Read the points below for more information.

Respiratory viruses are the most common trigger for asthma exacerbations (severe worsening typically requiring oral steroids to relieve symptoms).
Not all viruses affect asthma patients equally. Some viruses such as influenza and rhinovirus are more likely to trigger asthma flares than others.
Right now, we don’t know if COVID-19 is one of those viruses that tends to trigger asthma exacerbation.
There is no clear evidence that patients with asthma are at any higher risk of contracting COVID-19.
Asthma is an “underlying medical condition” that may be associated with more severe disease if you are infected with COVID-19.
There is no evidence that asthma medications used to prevent symptoms (inhaled steroids, oral steroids, montelukast, biologics), etc. increase your risk of contracting COVID-19.

Courtesy ACAAI

04/10/2020

•The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a new Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) on April 8 that suggests a possible increased risk for hospitalization due to COVID-19 in asthma patients, which is not unexpected. Asthma control is highly important always, more so when there is a higher risk of catching viral infections including Influenza and Novel Corona virus related.

03/26/2020

Due to COVID-19 pandemic, please note that our allergy shots hours have been reduced. Please check the website for updated hours before you come in. www.murphyplanoallergy.com

03/19/2020

We are offering Tele health visits to all new or established patients needing help with allergy or asthma control. Call us at 972 521 3366.

03/16/2020

COVID-19

Please visit our website for updated office visit and allergy shot visit guidelines in the context of COVID-19 pandemic situation. http://www.murphyplanoallergy.com/covid-19.html

                                                                                 COVID-19 Emergency Plan Considering the public health emergency situation in DFW area due to COVID-19 outbreak and the importance of social distancing, we have come up with the...

03/13/2020

COVID19 Emergency Plan

Keeping in mind the public health emergency situation in DFW area due to COVID-19 outbreak and the importance of social distancing, we have come up with the following guidelines.
Please note that we have many patients with immune-deficiencies, chronic lung conditions, and elderly patients who are at high risk if exposed to COVID-19 virus.

1. For patients who may have been exposed to COVID19 coronavirus (air travel within the last 14 days or exposure to someone under investigation or diagnosed with coronavirus) and have fever over 100.4, body aches, fatigue, cough, shortness of breath, cold like symptoms should call their P*P or go to the ER. Please call the ER before you go in, so they are prepared. There is no testing available for coronavirus in our clinic and please do not come in.

2. For patients who may have been exposed to coronavirus (air travel within the last 14 days or exposure to someone under investigation or diagnosed with coronavirus) and are not having any symptoms, please self-quarantine yourselves at home. This includes patients who are currently receiving allergy shots also. We will work with you on resuming shots on a safer dose at a safer time. Please seek immediate medical attention if you start becoming symptomatic.

3. Please call us if you would like to reschedule your appointment at 972 521 3366.

4. We are working on tele health option with video conferencing, we will update you separately on that.

5. Patients on allergy shots who have not had any likely exposure to COVID19 virus in the past 2 weeks can come in at this time for shots. They will wait in their car after the shot for 30 minutes and return into the office for any possible reaction. These guidelines can change based on recommendations from CDC/ or AAAAI/ACAAI. Please visit the website and fb page for updates.

6. We will be screening all patients coming in for routine appointments by phone prior to your appointment to make sure you are not in the at- risk group for COVID -19 at the time of your visit. We will do this screening once again upon check in. Based on your risk level, your appointment might be rescheduled to another convenient time. Please work with us for the safety of everyone.

7. Please note that there is now a community level spread in DFW area. Avoid close contact less than 6 feet with other people even when they do not appear to be sick.

8. Visits should be limited to the primary patient only and a caregiver if needed. Additional family members should remain at home or in the car to limit their exposure to illness in the clinic.

9. All patients arriving in the clinic are requested to immediately clean their hands with hand cleanser and encouraged to do so again upon leaving the clinic.

10. We might be postponing testing including allergy testing, breathing tests, based on the recommendations from CDC/ AAAAI/ ACAAI. We will update you separately on that.

11. We are wiping down exam rooms after each patient visit. We are not encouraging hand shaking. Our staff will be wearing masks at all times.
12. Please also note that we can be short staffed depending on the day care availability for the staff member’s children or depending on staff member’s health. Please work with us.

Thank you for your co-operation!
Allergy Asthma & Immunology Center
972-521-3366

03/03/2020

Please note -We are informed currently that Palforzia, the FDA approved peanut OIT product will be available soon for patients and allergist offices. Anyone with peanut allergy who is interested in getting more details and wanting to discuss this option with Dr Sridhara, please contact the office at 972 521 3366 and schedule a visit.

02/01/2020

FDA Approves PALFORZIA™ as First Treatment for Peanut Allergy!
http://ir.aimmune.com/news-releases/news-release-details/fda-approves-aimmunes-palforziatm-first-treatment-peanut-allergy

12/24/2019

Please note-we are closed Jan 1st through 3rd. Happy New Year in advance!

12/24/2019

Hello All, We are closed tomorrow, the 25th. Please note that our shot hours today in Plano end early at 2:30 pm. We are back to work on the 26th in Plano and 27th in Murphy. Have a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

11/26/2019

Please note, we are closed (including for Allergy Shots) starting tomorrow, the 27th. We will be back in the office for Allergy shots and other visits starting Monday, Dec 2nd in Murphy office and starting Tuesday, Dec 3rd in Plano office. Phones will be still on during regular office hours tomorrow, the 27th only, for anything we can help with. Have a Happy Thanskgiving!

10/28/2019

Here’s why you’ll be seeing teal and blue pumpkins on Halloween

Happy Halloween in advance!

Teal pumpkins can help kids with food allergies know where it's safe to trick-or-treat, while blue pumpkins are for autism awareness.

09/27/2019

Key Facts About Seasonal Flu Vaccine

We are ready to start Flu shots for the season! Highly recommend for our asthma patients. Please call the office to schedule- 972 521 3366
https://www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/keyfacts.htm

An annual seasonal flu vaccine is the best way to help protect against flu. Learn more about seasonal flu vaccine.

09/21/2019

Carcinogen in Zantac Leads to Another Shipment Halt, Recall

https://www-bloomberg-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.bloomberg.com/amp/news/articles/2019-09-20/indian-drug-giant-halts-zantac-shipments-amid-carcinogen-probe?fbclid=IwAR2wOHHQA1On5o4dQMXnMhc4wKIfVFbxUL5wqhst9D4mKWNBzxBoUZszDvE&_js_v=0.1 =https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From%20%251%24s&share=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bloomberg.com%2Fnews%2Farticles%2F2019-09-20%2Findian-drug-giant-halts-zantac-shipments-amid-carcinogen-probe

A global effort to remove gastrointestinal medication tainted with a potential carcinogen from the market gained momentum, as one of India’s largest generic drugmakers halted shipments to customers worldwide and Italy ordered a recall of some medicine that originated in India.